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No Surprises Are Expected
From U.S. Computer Makers

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Donna Fuscaldo Dow Jones Newswires

Updated Oct. 10, 2003 3:15 p.m. ET

NEW YORK -- With the demand for computer hardware stabilizing and companies cautious in their financial projections, U.S. computer makers aren't expected to report significant third-quarter earnings or sales surprises.

While many computer companies posted solid results in the second quarter, management set low expectations for the third quarter to protect against a worsening environment. Fortunately for them, analysts said demand in...